Children's Literature: A Reader's History, from Aesop to Harry Potter
Professor Seth Lerer presents a sweeping history of children's literature, spanning the world of Aesop through the era of Harry Potter. This accessible study places stories for young readers within a broader literary and historical tradition, offering readers a thoughtful guide to the field's evolution.
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Children's Literature: A Reader's History, from Aesop to Harry Potter offers a historical study of literature written for or read by children.
Professor Seth Lerer follows the subject across a broad span of time, connecting early storytelling traditions with later works for young readers.
From Aesop to Harry Potter, the book provides a framework for considering the development and enduring importance of children's literature.
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